Coconut Protein Snowballs
No-bake coconut protein snowballs that are sweet, satisfying, and packed with nutrition. Perfect for healthy holiday snacking and meal prep.
Equipment
- Food processor or mixing bowl
- Cookie scoop or spoon
- Small bowl for coating
- Airtight container
Ingredients
- For the Snowballs
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut plus more for coating
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp almond butter or cashew butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2-3 tbsp almond milk if needed
- For Coating
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine protein powder, shredded coconut, almond flour, and salt in food processor or bowl.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add melted coconut oil, honey, almond butter, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Adjust Consistency: If mixture is too dry, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time until mixture holds together.
- Shape: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls using hands or cookie scoop.
- Coat: Roll each ball in additional shredded coconut to coat completely.
- Chill: Place on parchment-lined plate and refrigerate 30 minutes until firm.
- Store: Keep in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Use vanilla or unflavored protein powder for best results.
Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
Roll in crushed almonds instead of coconut for variation.
Freeze for up to 3 months for long-term storage.
Perfect grab-and-go snack for busy mornings.